Lectra has been granted a patent for a fabric cutting apparatus that includes a cutting table, two cutting material belts, a blade cutter, a laser assembly, and a vacuum system. The design allows for efficient cutting of different fabrics using both blade and laser cutting methods. GlobalData’s report on Lectra gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Lectra, Welding robots was a key innovation area identified from patents. Lectra's grant share as of May 2024 was 63%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Patent granted for fabric cutting apparatus with laser and blade
A newly granted patent (Publication Number: US12005524B2) discloses a fabric cutting apparatus that combines traditional blade cutting with laser cutting technology. The apparatus includes a cutting table, two cutting material belts - one for blade cutting and the other for laser cutting, a blade cutter, a laser assembly with a laser tube and bender assembly, and a vacuum system to hold fabric in place during laser cutting. The second cutting material belt is made of metal with apertures for vacuum suction and can be easily removed using a zipper connector for blade cutting on the first belt.
The patent also details various configurations and components of the apparatus, such as the use of aluminum and thermal plastic polyurethane for the second cutting material belt, the alignment of apertures for effective vacuum suction, and the design of the laser assembly for precise cutting. Additionally, features like a laser lens holder, exhaust system, and high temperature resistant tape for zipper protection are included to enhance the functionality and durability of the fabric cutting apparatus. Overall, the patent showcases a versatile and efficient cutting solution that integrates both traditional and advanced cutting techniques for fabric materials.
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